This first installment of what will be a weekly column titled "Detroit Tigers: Not That Bad," will highlight Tiger players, statistics, roster moves, games, plays, or general team news and/or notes that stand out over the past week...

Ryan Perry is giving hope to Tiger fans across Michigan. The confidence he's displayed and trust he's gained from manager Jim Leylend is more than any reliever did all of last season. Even as a rookie, Perry shows the confidence of a proven veteran...